A harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) intent has been submitted for Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (Propylparaben). Belgium has submitted an intention for the classification of Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate with CAS: 94-13-3 and EC: 202-307-7. The INCI name of this...
On March 22, the SCCS Nanomaterials Working Group met. The following points were discussed at the Working Group meeting: New dossiers have been received for nano Silica (Silica, Hydrated Silica, Silica Silylate and Silica Dimethyl Silylate). The following opinion...
The Commission launched a public consultation on the upcoming targeted revision of the EU rules on cosmetic products. In line with the goals of the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, stakeholder feedback is sought to improve existing provisions for the safety of...
The Risk Committee (RAC) has adopted and published opinions on 4 chemical substances that can be applied in cosmetics. The RAC has published: The opinion on Hexyl salicylate with CAS number 6259-76-3 and with fragrance and perfuming function. The opinion on Propyl...
On March 15 and 16, the 1st Plenary Meeting of the SCCS for the 2022-2026 period took place. The points discussed are the following: New mandates The mandates adopted and published can be consulted at: SCCS - Mandates | Public Health (europa.eu) Scientific advice on...
The SCCS has released its preliminary opinion on the cosmetic ingredients alpha and beta arbutin. On June 29, 2021 a request for scientific opinion was made to the SCCS on alpha and beta arbutin. Currently, these ingredients are antioxidants, whitening and skin...
The SCCS has published the conclusions of the scientific advice in reference to the opinion on the safety of Triclocarban and Triclosan. This SCCS scientific advice is based on a request by the Commission on the safety of Triclocarban and Triclosan as substances with...
The Community Rolling Action Plan (CoRAP) update for the years 2022-2024 lists 27 substances suspected of posing a risk to human health or the environment. The plan contains two newly exposed substances and 25 substances already included in the previous CoRAP...
The Commission committed in the European Green Deal to present a chemical strategy for sustainability and move towards a 'one substance, one assessment' process. The Chemicals for Sustainability Assessment Strategy identified a number of actions to meet the commitment...
An intention for a harmonized classification and labelling (CLH) for ozone has been submitted. Germany has submitted an intent for ozone classification with CAS: 10028-15-6 and EC: 233-069-2. It is proposed due to: May cause or aggravate a fire; oxidising, H270 Death...
The scientific opinion of the SCCS on the cosmetic ingredient Hydroxyapatite (nano) on safety when used in oral cosmetic products is sought. Hydroxyapatite (nano) (CAS No. 1306-06-17, EC No. 215-145-7) is classified as an abrasive, bulking, oral care, and skin...
The SCCS has published its final opinion on the cosmetic ingredient Kojic Acid. On November 5, 2021, the preliminary version of the SCCS opinion on the ingredient Kojic Acid was published. Currently, this ingredient is used in cosmetic products as an antioxidant. It...